Henan Tianmimi Sugar Industry Co., Ltd., established in 2005 and headquartered in Dancheng County, Zhoukou City, Henan Province, China, is a leading high-tech enterprise specializing in the research, production, and sales of specialty food ingredients, functional polysaccharides, and starch sugars. The company has become a benchmark enterprise in China’s food additive industry, particularly known for its technological leadership in gellan gum innovation and wide-ranging sweetener solutions.
Core Business
Tianmimi Sugar Industry’s core product offerings span across:
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Gellan Gum:
- High Acyl Gellan Gum:
- JH-106 (Allergen-Free)
- JH-103 (High-End applications)
- Low Acyl Gellan Gum:
- JL-201 (Standard)
- JL-206 (Allergen-Free)
- JL-208 (High-End applications)
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Starch Sugar Products:
- Glucose Syrup
- Maltose Syrup
- Dextrose Monohydrate
- Dextrose Anhydrous
- Maltodextrin
- Isomaltooligosaccharide (IMO)
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Sugar Alcohols:
- Sorbitol (Vitamin C Grade, Food Grade, Chemical Grade)
- Maltitol (Liquid and Powder)
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Functional & Protein Ingredients:
- Corn Peptides Powder
- Wheat Peptides Powder
- Wheat Immunoglobulin
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Other Food Additives:
- Xanthan Gum
- Non-Dairy Creamer
These ingredients are widely used in beverages, dairy, bakery, confectionery, frozen desserts, pharmaceuticals, and nutritional products.
Specialization and Unique Selling Proposition
Henan Tianmimi's competitive advantages include:
- Leader in Gellan Gum Innovation: Among the few Chinese manufacturers offering both high and low acyl gellan gum with allergen-free variants tailored for global regulatory demands.
- Integrated Production System: End-to-end production from fermentation to refining and spray drying ensures full control over product quality.
- Functional Ingredient Blending: Offers customized blends for specific application needs such as stabilization in acidic beverages, suspending particles, and improving mouthfeel.
- National Patents: Holds more than 30 patents related to polysaccharide hydrocolloids and sweetener innovation.
Financial Overview
Although private, industry intelligence and public disclosures suggest:
- Estimated Annual Revenue: USD 70–90 million
- Employees: Over 400
- Annual Production Capacity:
- Gellan Gum: 3,000+ metric tons
- Starch Sugar: 150,000+ metric tons
- Sorbitol & Sugar Alcohols: 50,000+ metric tons
- Export Markets: Over 50 countries in Asia, Europe, the Americas, and the Middle East
- OEM Clients: Multiple multinational beverage, dairy, and health food companies
Tianmimi is recognized among China’s top-tier functional ingredient exporters in the hydrocolloid and sugar alcohol sectors.
Shipment & Trade Data
Based on verified trade records from Panjiva and ImportYeti:
- Tianmimi exports gellan gum, maltodextrin, sorbitol, and glucose syrup frequently to the United States, Germany, South Korea, Brazil, Russia, and India.
- Product categories are shipped under HS codes: 130239, 170230, 290544, 170290, and 350400
- Export packaging: 25kg kraft bags, fiber drums, 1000kg totes, and ISO tanks for liquid sweeteners
- Consistent full-container shipments averaging 18–25 MT each, with export growth of 20% YoY
Global buyers recognize Tianmimi for its reliable logistics, documentation, and regulatory compliance.
Target Market
Henan Tianmimi serves clients in:
- Beverage & Dairy Industry: Gellan gum and sugar syrups for stability, texture, and sweetening
- Bakery & Confectionery: Maltitol and sorbitol for sugar replacement and moisture retention
- Functional Food & Supplements: Peptide powders, IMO, and protein ingredients
- Pharmaceuticals: Sorbitol (VC grade), maltodextrin, and gellan gum for excipient use
- Industrial Food Processing: Customized hydrocolloid solutions and functional blends
The company’s R&D center also assists in new formulation development for emerging applications.
Capabilities
- Fermentation Technology: Utilizes submerged aerobic fermentation for high-yield gellan gum
- Enzyme Hydrolysis Systems: For precise control of glucose syrup, IMO, and maltose production
- Product Innovation Lab: Equipped with rheometers, HPLC, GC, and particle analyzers
- Technical Services: Offers application trials, recipe design, and on-site support for key customers
- OEM & Private Labeling: Services available for syrup blends, hydrocolloid premixes, and more
Their capability to handle customized production and global certification sets them apart in the functional ingredient space.
Certifications and Compliance
Henan Tianmimi ensures global market compatibility with multiple certifications:
- ISO 9001:2015 – Quality Management
- ISO 22000 – Food Safety Management
- HACCP Certified
- FSSC 22000
- Halal Certification – Recognized in MENA and Southeast Asia
- Kosher Certification
- FDA Registration – For exports to the United States
- Non-GMO & Allergen-Free Statements – Available on request
- REACH Pre-Registration – For applicable ingredients in the EU
Tianmimi provides full regulatory dossiers, COA, MSDS, TDS, and third-party lab reports.
Customer Testimonials
“Their gellan gum meets our strict requirements for clean-label and allergen-free claims in our fruit juice products. Reliable quality and competitive pricing.” – Beverage R&D Manager, USA
“We source their maltitol and sorbitol for our diabetic candy line. Excellent sweetness profile and supply consistency.” – Confectionery Manufacturer, Germany
“The technical support and ability to customize ingredients for our new plant-based formulations make them a valuable partner.” – Functional Foods Brand, Southeast Asia
Tianmimi has built long-term partnerships by delivering ingredient solutions aligned with current market trends.
Major Achievements
- Developed China's first commercial-grade allergen-free gellan gum variants
- Supplied ingredients to over 200 food companies worldwide
- Holds 30+ invention and utility model patents
- Listed as a “High-Tech Enterprise” by Henan Provincial Government
- Participated in major international exhibitions such as FI China, SIAL, and Gulfood Manufacturing
Henan Tianmimi Sugar Industry Co., Ltd. continues to lead the innovation of natural food hydrocolloids and sweeteners by combining advanced fermentation technology, global compliance systems, and application-driven solutions tailored for the evolving food and nutrition industry.
